Fried Maitake Mushrooms (Twice-Fried + Super Crispy!)
These crispy fried maitake mushrooms are perfect if you want something crunchy, savory, and perfect with a dipping sauce. The secret? A twice-fried batter made with a simple mix of flour, cornstarch, and baking powder that gives you light and crisp bite.If you’re also looking for more ways to cook your mushrooms, then this recipe is definitely for you! 🍄
Ingredients
Mushrooms and Batter
- 1 lb fresh maitake mushrooms
- 3/4 cup all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup corn starch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp black salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup cold water , plus 1-2 tbsp to adjust consistency
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
To Cook
- Neutral oil for frying
To Serve
- Dipping sauce of choice
Instructions
Prepare the Maitake Mushrooms
- Gently tear maitake mushrooms into 2-inch clusters.
- Pat the mushrooms dry if needed, since this helps the batter stick better too.
Make the Batter
- In a large bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, black salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the cold water. Stir until smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Add the oil and mix well, too.
- Adjust with 1–2 tbsp more water as needed.
First Fry
- Heat neutral oil in a pot to 160°C (320°F).
- I use a frying pot with lid and built in strainer that comes in really handy since I can just put the mushrooms to drain excess on the strainer.
- Dip mushroom clusters into the batter, letting any excess drip off. I use a fork for this.
- Carefully place the coated mushrooms in the oil. Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and drain on a rack or paper towels.
Rest + Second Fry
- Let the mushrooms rest for 10 minutes to cool and release excess moisture.
- Heat oil to 190°C (375°F) for the second fry.
- Fry the mushrooms again for 1–2 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of salt, your favorite dipping sauce, or even in a wrap with your favorite sauces. These are best enjoyed fresh while still crisp!
To Reheat
- To reheat, you can put these in an oven or air-fryer for 5-8 minutes at 350F (180C) or until crispy to your liking.
NUTRITIONAL INFO
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 726mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg
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